Doctor Answers (6)

Probably Not

November 6th, 2014

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No reports indicate that Latisse causes the eyelashes to become brittle or fragile. You may want to examine your eyelash curling technique instead, as there is a higher chance that this would be the cause.

Latisse

January 24th, 2010

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The stimulated growth of lashes by latisse produce normal lashes. There is increase in length and color. NO EVIDENCE OF INCREASED FRAGILITY. At least none reported. The only reported side effect is lid skin pigmentation.

Latisse and lash loss

January 22nd, 2010

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If you are noticing an increase in lash loss, it is most probably due to the eyelash curler. There have not been reports of lash loss with Latisse, but there have been many reports of lash loss with curlers.

One other thing: check your thyroid. A low thyroid can cause lash loss.

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Latisse does not increase fragility in lashes

January 20th, 2010

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Lashes have their own growth cycle just like any hair. Latisse prolongs the active growth cycle and this is how you get longer lashes from using the product. Lash hairs are programmed to "fall out" long before hair on the scalp; otherwise we'd be having lash hair cuts so we could see!

If there is any noticed increase in lash shedding, it is more likely a result of the curler...and too, Latisse allows more lashes to be present at one time - another reason you notice fuller lash appearance with Latisse. So theoretically you could see more lash sheddding simply because there are more lashes to shed!

I'm concerned about anyone using a curler for lashes as this is a notorious practice that leads to lash loss, both on a temporary and permanent basis. The every day traction caused by the curler is unhealthy for lashes and can loosen them from the follicle - (think what would happen if you pulled on the same 50 hairs on your head every day!)

There has been no report of lash loss with Latisse. Your problem lies in using a mechanical device that literally can pull the lash hairs out by their roots.

Lashes that fall out while using Latisse

January 20th, 2010

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Lashes that fall out may while curling or any other time, may indicate an ocular disorder such as blepharitis. I would recommend that you seek the care of an eyeMD and have your eyes examined. Treatment of the underlying condition may help maintain your eyelashes.

Latisse and reports of eyelashes falling out while curling

January 19th, 2010

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To the best of my knowledge, I have not heard of this complaint amongst the patients that have used the product. I will inquire but this is not a commonly reported problem and may represent an unusual side effect.

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